About the Song
"Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now" is a song co-written by Diane Warren and Albert Hammond and recorded by American rock band Starship for their second studio album, No Protection (1987). It’s a power ballad duet featuring vocalists Grace Slick and Mickey Thomas and the theme to the 1987 romantic-comedy film Mannequin.
Meaning Behind the Lyrics
The song can be seen as an anthem of resilience and unwavering determination, capturing the spirit of love and partnership in the face of challenges. For many listeners, it evokes a sense of empowerment, suggesting that with strong support from a loved one, obstacles become surmountable. The collaboration between the two vocalists adds a dynamic layer, emphasizing unity and shared strength. Given its connection to a romantic-comedy film, the lyrics can resonate with themes of overcoming adversity in relationships, making it an enduring favorite for those celebrating love and perseverance.
Did You Know?
- Jefferson Starship is an American rock band from San Francisco formed in 1974 by a group of musicians including former members of Jefferson Airplane.
- Between 1974 and 1984, they released eight gold or platinum-selling studio albums, and one gold-selling compilation.
Music Details
These details come from the iTunes song listing used for the artwork and metadata match.
- Album/collection: No Protection
- Genre: Rock
- iTunes release date: January 30, 1987
- Track runtime: 4:30
Quick Facts
- Artist: STARSHIP
- Song: NOTHING S GONNA STOP US NOW
- Album/collection: No Protection
- Genre: Rock
- Reference page: Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now
